Intern - Citywide Constituencies (Disability)

As an Intern - Citywide Constituencies (Disability) at the New York City Comptroller’s Office, your main responsibilities include reaching out to disability advocacy groups and individuals to coordinate and invite them to various events, including disability justice roundtables. You will also assist with important research, policy analysis, and budgeting projects that support the Office’s objectives in enhancing the lives of New Yorkers with disabilities.

To qualify for the Intern position with the New York City Comptroller’s Office, you must be currently matriculated at an accredited college or be a recent college graduate. This role is targeted towards students who will continue their education to ensure they can commit to the required internship duration from June to July 2025.

The Intern - Citywide Constituencies (Disability) at the New York City Comptroller’s Office is expected to work 28 hours per week, Monday through Thursday. This schedule allows for an immersive experience in public service while balancing your academic commitments.

The office of the New York City Comptroller, where you will be interning, is located at the David Dinkins Municipal Building at 1 Centre St. in Manhattan, New York. This central location makes it easy to connect with various departments and communities across the city.

The employment period for the Intern - Citywide Constituencies (Disability) position at the New York City Comptroller's Office is from June 2 to July 31, 2025. This limited timeframe provides a focused opportunity for interns to engage deeply with essential projects and initiatives.

When answering this question, highlight your passion for public service and disability advocacy. Mention any relevant coursework or experiences that shaped your understanding of these areas, and express your eagerness to contribute to increasing accessibility and justice for individuals with disabilities in NYC.

Here's a chance to showcase your involvement. Prior to your interview, think of a specific instance where you participated in community engagement or advocacy. Detail your role, the actions you took, and the outcome, emphasizing your commitment to social responsibility and inclusivity.

Illustrate your organization skills by sharing your strategy for prioritizing tasks. Describe how you assess importance and urgency, and mention any tools or methods, such as to-do lists or project management software, that you employ to keep track of deadlines.

Demonstrating your knowledge about the Comptroller’s Office is crucial. Research its mission, structure, and current initiatives focused on financial accountability and public service for New Yorkers, particularly dialogues around disability justice and community support.

This question invites you to articulate your understanding of disability justice—a critical area in public policy. Provide insights into systemic barriers faced by individuals with disabilities and your views on inclusivity, equity, and the societal role of government in addressing these issues.

Acknowledge the importance of active listening and empathy in addressing concerns. Share strategies you employ to ensure open communication, such as remaining calm, validating their feelings, and collaboratively seeking solutions that meet their needs.

If you have experience in organizing or participating in advocacy events, share these stories, emphasizing your role, what you learned, and how you connected with communities. If not, express how this position aligns with your goals to get involved.

When discussing your skills, focus on relevant experiences that highlight your communication, research, and organizational abilities. Include your enthusiasm for team collaboration and commitment to improving public services for New Yorkers.

Seek to demonstrate your growth mindset by articulating specific skills or knowledge areas you’d like to glean from the experience. This might include understanding public policy processes, improving community outreach strategies, or gaining insights into the budgeting process.

Describe your approach to teamwork by highlighting your adaptability, communication openness, and any specific tools you use for collaboration. Share experiences where you effectively worked in a team environment to achieve a common goal.